High-quality, attractive carb insulator (boot) clamps...

[BayArchitect]

Would one of the more experienced gentlemen kindly point me toward some high-quality, attractive, carb insulator (intake boot) clamps in stainless or titanium?
Regards,
Leon

[Chris]

I don't know of any suppliers for alternative clamps.

I was trying to minimize chrome on my bike. Was thinking about having some of these parts nickel plated. Looks nice with polished aluminum and stainless hardware.

[alimey4u2]

Tough one that Leon, Peruse the McMaster Carr catalog (http://www.mcmaster.com) as they have several stainless hose clamps....
Google search stainless fasteners & you may come up with something in the boating line.....

[EMS]

A thing to consider is accessibility to fasten and disassemble. The original Honda clamps are made such that the screw stays in the same place. With some other hose clamp designs, the fastener "moves" as you tighten or untighten it.

[BayArchitect]

I purchased stainless carb clamps from McMaster-Carr, # 5076K19 430 ss Smooth-Band Worm Drive Hose Clamp, 2" To 2-3/4"--3/8" These are non-perforated clamps with rolled edges. A shorter clamp will fit, but order this length so you can cut the end, leaving practically all smooth surface against the rubber--a perfect fit. Quality is good, and they look good. Adjusts with a 7mm socket. Another advantage to these clamps is the bolt won't fall out into the depths of the engine when you remove them. There is no problem with them rotating as you tighten them.

[alimey4u2]

I bought the same type Leon from McMaster for my aftermarket carbs. By hiding the worm drive behind the carb/boot, they look quite nice...

[rbarber]

Can soemone post a picture? I have to replace the Turbo on my CBX with the standard set of carbs and would like to get new stuff.

[alimey4u2]

Can soemone post a picture? I have to replace the Turbo on my CBX with the standard set of carbs and would like to get new stuff.

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